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For busy women who believe that separate sunscreen, moisturizer and foundation are too high maintenance, MAC has come up with a 3-in-1 product: the
Moisture Tint with SPF 15.
According to MAC, it is packed with botanical extracts and anti-oxidants to soothe and heal stressed out and sun-damaged skin:
In addition to hiding small imperfections and discolorations, this unique makeup multi-tasker is packed with a plethora of preventative and reparative extracts and boosts skin’s health with continued use. Soothing aloe and lecithin, combined with anti-irritant caffeine and sucrose extracts, helps all skin types defend against environmental aggravations. Humectants such as sodium hyaluronate and glycerin ensure optimal moisture levels, which are protected by added cholesterol to assist in repairing the skin’s lipid barrier. Collagen-stimulating palmitoyl oligopeptides help in repairing the appearance of past injuries and encourage skin to act in a more youthful manner. Damage caused by the sun and pollution are slowed down with the aid of antioxidant vitamins C and E to thwart free radicals, and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate to provide UV protection.
MAC itself has stated that this product has light coverage to keep it from entering into mask-like territory. Thus, if you have skin that needs adequate coverage, this might not be the product for you, although you can always layer mineralize powder or foundation over it, which is my preferred method of applying this product.
Studio Moisture Tint SPF 15 is your basic tinted moisturizer that other brands have likewise come up with for their respective cosmetic lines. It is best slapped on the face during those manic days when you only have 10 minutes to get ready, as this has sunscreen, moisturizer, and a light blend of liquid makeup all in one product. It is wise to have translucent powder handy to dust evenly on your face in order to set the entire makeup look.
My Take: As I do with my BB creams, I apply this as follows: I place a small amount on the back of my hand, take my Coastal Scents's kabuki-on-a-stick brush, and apply the product on my face in circular, buffing motions till it is blended seamlessly. I apply another light layer as needed. I top off with a very light layer of mineral foundation, just enough to set the tinted moisturizer, then a light dusting of translucent powder to help in oil control.
(My verdict on this product and a look using
Studio Moisture Tint after the jump)
Upside: I like the seamless finish, the light feeling on the face, and this is great for carefree days when I want minimal primping.
Downside: SPF15 is too low for me, so I slather on a separate sunscreen every time I apply this. Also, I tried this on without applying mineral makeup and in 100 degree heat, it was gone in less than 5 hours. This would probably wear best during cooler weather, or with mineral foundation on top to seal it. Translucent powder just wouldn't cut it; it would still disappear on me. Coverage is also inadequate for me if used alone.
All in all, I would only wear this product with mineral foundation on top, and with a separate sunscreen. Thus, these prior steps kinda defeat the purpose of this being a 3-in-1 product. It might be an adequate all-in-1 product for some ladies, but not for me, especially since the staying power on me is only so-so. I love the finish though - it looks so even and flawless. I would wear this on cooler, carefree days.
